World hunger and food insecurity is a recurring problem in most parts of the developing world. Among the many potential biotechnologies that are available, and the different ways in which they can be applied, genetic modification (GM) of crops demands particular attention. Genetically modified crops possessing genes from different species, could possibly relieve global food shortages. Although initial excitement surrounded the use of GM crops -- that they will provide bigger and better harvests for farmers -- there are still questions about the benefits of such crops. In addition, the general public may not welcome the creation of "super plants" as a viable option in solving global hunger.

The environmental impact of GM crops is important with regard to creating food security in developing countries. Genetically modified crops can potentially fail to germinate; kill organisms other than pests that are beneficial to plants and reduce soil fertility; and potentially transfer insecticidal properties or virus resistance to wild relatives of the crop species.

A segment of the scientific community often proposes that export earnings from higher agricultural yields can contribute to reducing food insecurity and hunger in developing countries. However, there are many issues and challenges that beg the practicality of this proposal. A few crop varieties, specially created through biotechnology, can improve yields, but biotechnology alone cannot solve the problem of hunger in the developing world.

Nevertheless, the potential advantages that biotechnology can confer across a wide range of agricultural applications are in areas such as livestock management, storage of agricultural products and sustaining current crop yields, while reducing the use of fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides. The real challenge is whether we are smart enough to harness the benefits of biotechnological solutions. But what are these solutions?

Biotechnology offers a very promising alternative to synthetic foods and an improvement on conventional plant-breeding technologies. Combined with other advanced agricultural technologies, it offers an exciting and environmentally responsible way to meet consumer demand for sustainable agriculture. When the benefits of GM crops reach small and marginal farmers, more Green Revolutions may become a reality.

Hello, for avoiding growing hidden huger main aim should focused on education. Development of large-scale public programs designed to change behavior (like anti-cigarette or AIDS education programs).

Launch systematic large-scale public campaigns to advocate healthy foods and dietary behaviors.

Educate people and decisionmakers about the importance of nutrition and the dangers of micronutrient deficiencies.

Use media to educate the public about the effects of consuming fast food and to promote healthy alternatives.

Increase the demand for healthy foods.

Incorporate nutrition information into school curricula, especially at very young ages, and make nutrition an elective course in universities.

Train more food and agricultural scientists who will work in their own countries.

Make education mandatory for food developers and owners of the food industry.

Develop mobile applications for interactive consulting on agronomy for small-scale farmers that will extend appropriate professional technical advisory services tied to accessible and dynamic local, regional, and global knowledge management systems etc.

Yes, Biotechnology is one of the modern breeding method to increase the productivity of the all the crops.

We have different examples at present (Bt. cotton, Golden rice, Bt. soyabeab...) which showed the positive impact for resolving the issues of hidden hunger directly or indirectly.

By the use of GMO we can develop biotic and abiotic resistance varieties as well can improve a quality characters.

World hunger and food insecurity is a recurring problem in most parts of the developing world. Among the many potential biotechnologies that are available, and the different ways in which they can be applied, genetic modification (GM) of crops demands particular attention. Genetically modified crops possessing genes from different species, could possibly relieve global food shortages. Although initial excitement surrounded the use of GM crops -- that they will provide bigger and better harvests for farmers -- there are still questions about the benefits of such crops. In addition, the general public may not welcome the creation of "super plants" as a viable option in solving global hunger.

The environmental impact of GM crops is important with regard to creating food security in developing countries. Genetically modified crops can potentially fail to germinate; kill organisms other than pests that are beneficial to plants and reduce soil fertility; and potentially transfer insecticidal properties or virus resistance to wild relatives of the crop species.

A segment of the scientific community often proposes that export earnings from higher agricultural yields can contribute to reducing food insecurity and hunger in developing countries. However, there are many issues and challenges that beg the practicality of this proposal. A few crop varieties, specially created through biotechnology, can improve yields, but biotechnology alone cannot solve the problem of hunger in the developing world.

Nevertheless, the potential advantages that biotechnology can confer across a wide range of agricultural applications are in areas such as livestock management, storage of agricultural products and sustaining current crop yields, while reducing the use of fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides. The real challenge is whether we are smart enough to harness the benefits of biotechnological solutions. But what are these solutions?

Biotechnology offers a very promising alternative to synthetic foods and an improvement on conventional plant-breeding technologies. Combined with other advanced agricultural technologies, it offers an exciting and environmentally responsible way to meet consumer demand for sustainable agriculture. When the benefits of GM crops reach small and marginal farmers, more Green Revolutions may become a reality.

I don’t think this is a valid argument , transgenics are playing leading role, providing sustainable solution to malnutrition, and emerging approaches in biotechnology are environmentally friendly and are particularly of high importance for biopharming and to develop nutraceuticals.

First aim should focused on education as mentioned in my first answer and then the biotechnology against world hunger.

Awareness is another very important aspect to be considered.